What are synonyms for "escalate"?

Synonyms for escalate: intensify, increase, heighten, aggravate, expand, magnify.

escalate synonyms, antonyms & meanings

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Definitions

﹒To increase in intensity, magnitude, or extent.

﹒To rise or cause to rise rapidly.

﹒To increase the scope or intensity of a conflict or military action.

Examples

﹒The argument began to escalate quickly when both parties refused to compromise.

﹒If the situation continues to escalate, we will have no choice but to involve the authorities.

﹒Management decided to escalate the issue to the board of directors for a final decision.

Synonyms

intensify increase heighten aggravate expand magnify amplify

Antonyms

de-escalate decrease reduce diminish lessen abate mitigate

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